Marine Corps University (MCU), Marine Corps College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) Distance Professional Military Education (DPME) programs.
ID: M00264-25-RFI-016Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/baf6a3f4bdf8413396ec5634aaef50a7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the United States Marine Corps (USMC), is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive educational support services for the Marine Corps University (MCU) Distance Professional Military Education (DPME) programs. The procurement aims to enhance program management, instructional, administrative, and technological services across multiple locations, primarily in Quantico, Virginia, and additional regional campuses, to support military personnel in their professional development and training. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the educational quality and accreditation standards of programs such as the Command and Staff College Distance Education Program and the Expeditionary Warfare School Distance Education Program, which are designed to develop skilled military leaders. Interested parties are encouraged to respond to the Request for Information (RFI) by providing their technical capabilities and insights, with a potential contract ceiling value of approximately $200 million over five years. For further inquiries, contact Christian Hernandez-Soto at christian.hernandezsoto@usmc.mil or 703-929-9882.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christian Hernandez-Soto
    (703) 929-9882
    christian.hernandezsoto@usmc.mil
    Genia Fouts
    genia.fouts@usmc.mil
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    M00264-25-RFI-016.docx
    The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on the ability of potential contractors to provide a range of services, including program management, instructional and administrative services, and student support for the Marine Corps University’s Distance Professional Military Education (DPME) programs. This support is required at multiple locations, including Quantico, VA, and six additional regional campuses. The RFI aims to conduct market research and collect information to refine acquisition strategies for a follow-on contract, with a ceiling value of approximately $200 million over a five-year period. Respondents are invited to provide their technical capabilities, past work experiences, and suggestions regarding potential pricing structures, small business participation, inflation cost risks, and any other recommendations for the acquisition process. An industry day for interested parties is scheduled for March 25, 2025, to facilitate further discussion and gather feedback. The RFI serves as a market capability assessment tool and does not obligate the government to award a contract, highlighting the voluntary nature of responses.
    MCU Academic Support Performance Work Statement - 7Feb25.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Marine Corps University (MCU) Academic Support Contract details comprehensive support for Distance Professional Military Education (DPME) programs and resident campus initiatives. The contract encompasses program management, instructional, administrative, and technological services across various regional campuses, primarily located in Quantico, VA, Camp Lejeune, NC, and several others globally. Key programs outlined include the Command and Staff College Distance Education Program (CSCDEP) and the Expeditionary Warfare School Distance Education Program (EWSDEP), which aim to develop skilled military leaders through innovative curricula and diverse teaching methods. The document specifies tasks for curriculum development, faculty support, and media services, highlighting the need for subject matter expertise to maintain educational quality and accreditation standards. It emphasizes a blended approach to learning, integrating in-person and online formats to accommodate the needs of military personnel while minimizing disruption to their service roles. The contract structure supports long-term educational goals, facilitating continuous professional military education in alignment with Marine Corps operational readiness. Overall, the PWS serves as a strategic framework for contractors to provide essential educational support services that bolster the mission of the Marine Corps University, ensuring effective training and professional development for Marines across various specialties and locations.
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